Description
A refreshing and creamy Cucumber Dill Salad featuring crisp English cucumbers, tangy Greek yogurt dressing, fresh dill, and a hint of garlic and lemon. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack, this salad comes together quickly with simple ingredients and offers a delightful balance of creaminess and crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing
- ¾ cup (150 grams) Greek yogurt or plain full-fat yogurt
- 1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon grated garlic
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
- ⅕ teaspoon black pepper
Salad
- 1 ½ lb (670 grams) cucumbers, sliced (about 2 long English cucumbers)
- ½ red onion, finely sliced
- ¼ cup fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well blended. Set aside to allow flavors to meld.
- Slice the vegetables: Finely slice the red onion. Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise, then slice each half into thin 3mm (approximately 1/8 inch) thick slices to ensure delicate texture and easy mixing.
- Combine the salad: Place sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped dill in a large salad bowl. Pour the yogurt dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly with the creamy dressing.
- Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately at room temperature for best flavor, or refrigerate until ready to serve. This salad can be enjoyed chilled for a cool, refreshing side dish.
Notes
- Use English cucumbers for fewer seeds and a milder taste.
- Adjust lemon juice and garlic according to your preference for tanginess and flavor intensity.
- This salad can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the refrigerator, but it’s best consumed within 24 hours for freshness.
- For a lower-fat version, use low-fat Greek yogurt instead of full-fat.
- Garnish with additional fresh dill or a sprinkle of freshly ground black pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Cucumber salad, Dill salad, Greek yogurt dressing, Healthy side dish, Refreshing salad, Mediterranean salad
